Dog Bites

RHODE ISLAND DOG BITE LAWYER AND ANIMAL BITE INJURY ATTORNEY

Pitbull Attack | Dog Bites | Animal Bites

When a client of the Law Offices of Christopher E. Heberg has been seriously injured as a result of a dog bite, our lawyers investigate to determine who exactly was responsible. In some dog bite cases, there is more than one defendant. Most dog bite cases are covered by strict liability laws which hold dog owners responsible whether they were negligent or not. It is important to take photos of the injuries as soon as possible so they can be properly documented.

MEDICAL TREATMENT

The sooner the dog bite victim receives quality medical evaluation and care, the better. There is always the possibility of infection after a dog bite injury. Prompt medical treatment can detect and treat infections caused by dog bites. Insurance claims adjusters, judges and juries expect to see evidence that an injury victim has taken reasonable steps to prevent the need for additional treatments that could have been avoided.

IT’S OKAY TO MAKE A CLAIM

Sometimes people tell us that they don’t want to “sue” a friend or family member after a dog has bitten their child. Our experience allows us to reassure them that, in most cases, caring dog owners will be glad to know that medical costs are covered for the dog bite victim. “Suing the dog owner” is not as accurate a description of the legal remedy as is “filing an insurance claim.” You did not ask to be bitten by a dog. Dog owners whose pets have caused harm to someone else are usually relieved to learn that plastic surgery and psychological counseling are available for a traumatized dog bite victim.

Do not delay after you or your child has been bitten by a dog and suffered serious injuries as a result. Talk to a dog bite lawyer at the Law Offices of Christopher E. Heberg. If the facts of your case do not warrant the need for an attorney, we will not hesitate to honestly tell you that.